The Confederate States Football League

With the popularity of Gridiron Football in the North, Louisiana native Dennis Dixon thought to bring the sport south of the border. With the backing of the government, the Confederate States Football League has survived to the modern day despite trials, tribulations, and the Dixie Revolution.

Years the Dixon Trophy was Won:

Dallas Texans: 1983, 89, 99, 2019, 21

Gainesville Falcons: 2008, 20 (Atlanta Falcons: 1991, 95, 96, 97)

Houston Gamblers: 1992, 94, 98, 2022

Jacksonville Bulls: 1984, 88, 2000, 02, 09, 23

Louisiana Saints: 2018 (New Orleans Saints: 1985, 86)

Miami Manatees: 2005, 11, 12, 13, 17

Orlando Renegades: 2003, 15

South Florida Sharks: 2001, 04, 10

Tampa Bay Bandits: 1990, 93, 2006, 07, 14, 16

Former Franchises:

Birmingham Stallions (1983-97)

Charlotte Stars (1994-97)

Jackson Barracudas (1996-97)

Memphis Showboats (1983-97)

Raleigh-Durham/Carolina/San Antonio Panthers (1994-99)

San Antonio Gunslingers (1985-98)

Shreveport Pirates (1996-97)